Merlot 101

What can i mix with White Merlot wine? I was wondering if you could make any kind of a special mix drink out of White Merlot Wine? It tastes good, but I just don't like the after taste. Thanks!

What type of wine glass do you use with White Merlot & White Shiraz? I have red and white wine glasses (nothing fancy) just wondering what type of glass to use with white merlot or white shiraz since they have origins of red wine.

I just bought 2 bottles of Berringer White Merlot wine tonight, so some questions? I'm not an alcoholic. Aside from a couple of wine-coolers back in the mid-90s, I've pretty much stayed away from booze. And even though my wife is now calling me her 'boozer husband' (because this was my first purchase), I would like to get people's honest feedback on this moment. I heard that drinking red wine has a lot of benefits, and since I wanted to test out this theory, I was wondering just how much I should inbibe on any given day which wouldn't get me pasted? Secondly is that I am on blood-thinning medication, and so is taking a tablespoon amount of wine every couple of days going to affect my INR levels much? I'm going to cut back from a full tablespoon to half. This stuff is stronger than I thought it was! lol

How does White Merlot wine taste? Is it sweet? I'm thinking of buying a bottle..............................?

Is wine (Yellow Tail brand Merlot and white wine) supposed to be chilled before serving?

Anyone know the name of a white merlot? A friend told me that she recently had a merlot that was a white wine, but she could not remember the brand. Does anyone know what it is? Thanks

What is a good red wine? I prefer a white merlot, but for health reasons, I thought I would try a red wine.? Most of the red wines I have tried so far taste either bitter or seem dry. I can drink it but not really enjoying it. Any suggestions?

What other kind of wine would someone who likes white merlot like?

Any wines that aren't white wine or dry wines? I want to know what other wines I could drink that are pretty good.White Zinfadel is alright, but i prefer that with italian food.White merlot and Rose wine is what I drink when i chill with friends. Any other kinds that you can suggest?

Anyone got any quality white wine bargain tips to share? I like a Tesco White Merlot (£3.00) and an Asda Chile Saviaugn Blanc (£2.98). Both are very tasty and complete bargains at under 3 quid. Anyone else got any similar great bargain bottle of wine tips? (I only like dry white wine)

Should blue MD 20/20 be served in a red wine glass, a white wine glass, or a merlot glass?

Does white merlot have resveratrol (the "anti-aging" compound) in it? I know most red wine does, but white merlot is a tad lighter than regular merlot. It's also sweeter.

I feel like going to Bevmo to get some white wine & dessert wine, what should I buy? My taste are: Fetzer - white zinfandel Beringer - white merlot Sutter Home - muscato Terra d oro - muscato Kenwood reserve - Sauvignon Blanc Rodney Strong charlotte's - Sauvignon Blanc What else should I try that is light and fruity to medium bodied?

What kind of wine is Ravens Wood Vinters Blend Merlot (red or white)? And if it is Red, you would not serve it chilled, correct?

White wine for a red wine lover? I'm typically a red wine drinker (sangiovese and merlot in particular). I have yet to develop a taste for white wine, but I wanted to start trying some out. Any white wine suggestions for a red wine lover?

favorite wine, merlot. whats yours? i like the white wines, also. merlot for dinner sometimes is my thing.

I have 2 boxes of wine one white and the other red merlot, how long will they last once opened? I have had these for over 2 months, I tried a sip of the red one, seemed okay to me. The brand name is Franzia. I also tried the white wine which is now refrigerated and that taste okay as well. Question is: Will it be okay to serve to guests? I am having lots of other beverages, but I was going to put the wine out to finally use it up but not sure if I should. The date on the box is Jan/2010 but I';m sure that is meant for a closed box.

How long can you keep a bottle of white wine in the fridge? After I've opened the bottle, how long will last in the fridge? Also, do you only drink red wine at room temperature? Can anyone suggest a good, but inexpensive white wine? I like zinfandel and chardonnay...Also a red wine that is not too dry or bitter, something a little on the sweet side? I kinda like merlot...but I'd like to try something else as well..One more thing..is it me, or does wine make you super tired by the second glass?

Would Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, White Zinfandel, or Merlot be considered Dry White Wines? If not, what would? I'm making a Recipe ( Poached Salmon with Green Peppercorn, Ginger, and Orange Sauce, www.epicurious.com) and it calls for 1 cup of a dry white wine. I have never really ever cooked with wine, so I don't know what's classified as a dry wine or not. Someone help me, please.

Is merlot wine any good? I like white merlot but i wonder how the merlot tastes anyone care to give me an explanation? What other wines are good to drink and get drunk to with your buddies.Cause I like to sit and sip away all night.

What would be your best recommendation for a sweet or semi-sweet red wine? I've enjoyed some nice blush wines like white merlot and white zinfandel, but I'd like to find something similar in a sweet or semi-sweet red wine. I want something that's relatively smooth with no unpleasant "twang" to it. I'd appreciate any general or specific suggestions.

Is a Chateau Ste Michelle 1998 wine good with chicken? Quick! I'm trying to prepare a nice dinner for my boyfriend tonight & I've got a bottle of Chateau Ste Michelle 1998 Columbia Valley Merlot wine on hand. Will it go well with a creamy baked chicken & rice dish? I know most say that white wine goes well with chicken but I want to explore other options before having to go shopping. Thanks for your answers.

Do you chill a white merlot? I wanted to serve a white merlot with dinner tonight. I am new to drinking wines and still don't know a lot about it. Should I chill this white merlot, and will it mix well with a light chicken pasta?

I’m an Applebee’s kinda gal who has been invited to an upscale restaurant So I have some wine questions? What is the difference between Champagne Sparkling wine Sauvignon Blanc White wine Red wine Merlot Pinot Noir Zinfandel Port Are any of these sweet like fruity I'm a wine cooler not whiskey kinda gal and what does dry mean? Which one of these goes better with seafood meat pasta or chicken?

What's a good website that gives me the differences between the types of wine? I'm a very big fan of wine and I've try to get my hands on as many types as I can.. I'm still trying to find my favorites: I love white wine: riesling is so good as a dessert wine.. but too much makes me sick. Chardannay is really tasty. I'm trying to love red wine: Merlot is as far as I go. Any suggestions on websites? Or personal favorites?

White or regular Merlot? Some people say they hate merlot wine. Do you think it was because the saw the movie "Sideways"? I did notice the changes in some people who were a fan of that crappy flick.

why a cabernet sauvignon, merlot, or pinot noir can be a white or a red wine?

What is the best dry red wine? I am looking for a very dry, strong red wine with a whole lot of bite to it. Anything but merlot, no white wines. No more than $40

How many bottles of wine should I purchase? I am having a party for about 100 guests, I want to serve white wine (Reisling, Chardonnay) and red wine (Cab and Merlot). How many total bottles should I purchase.

What is the best type of wine to serve at a wedding? Unfortunately, I don't know a whole lot about wine except that I really like a white chardonnay. We are getting married this summer and I need to purchase white wine, red wine, and a blush wine. Does anyone know what is most popular (i.e., chardonnay vs. pinot grigio, and for red wine is it usually a merlot)? Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks.

Good wine for intimate occasion? I like red wine, particularly Merlot+Cabernet, sometimes Bordeux. But my gf doesn't fancy red. She prefers white. We've tried Wolf Blass Chardonnay, and she likes it! I know nothing about white wine. Please advise. Something similar with Wolf Blass would do.

What kind of red wine to use in cooking? I routinely cook with white wine, but rarely use red wine in cooking (except in making beef burgundy). If a recipe for a beef stew or beef roast calls for the addition of red wine, what kind of wine do you use? A merlot? A cabernet? Or is there something else? Will any inexpensive domestic red wine work?

What are some different/popular types of wine and what are they good to eat with and what do they taste like? My friend told me white wines are good for fish. But I also know there are SO MANY different types of wine... chardonnary, something blanc, petit serah, merlot . . . any help?

How much beer and wine to purchase for our wedding recpetion? We are having approximately 160 people who are drinking at our reception. It is a cocktail reception with passed hour' derves. We are serving beer and wine. The reception will be from 7:00pm-1:00am in January-(6 hours total). We would like to have some kegs, and some red and white wines. Also, what kind of wines would you suggest?-(pino grecio, chardonnay, merlot, shiraz?)

Which kind of wine is good for the stomach? I have a lot of digestion problems. I've heard a little wine every day can help. Does it matter if it's white or red wine? Beyond that are there any specific types of white or red wine? I love merlot so it would be my choice if it helps. Thanks in advance for any answers.

Red wine or White wine? What do you prefer? If you like Reds do you prefer Cabs, Shiraz, or Merlot, etc? If you like Whites do you prefer Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, etc?

Need ideas for appetizers for a wine party.? I need ideas/recipes on yummy appetizers that can go with red and white wines. I will be serving Cab, Shiraz, Merlot, Pinor Grigio, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, etc. I have the cheese list covered, just looking for other ideas outside of the cheeses and bruschetta.

I am guessing that I need 688 cans of beer and 157 bottles of wine for my wedding reception. For 175 people... I need to know which beers are the most popular as well which kinds of wine should be purchased. Merlot, White Zinfadel, etc???? We are just having beer and wine. Thanks!!!

What is the best tasting wine? I don't like wine too much but I've formulated a list and want to know if anyone has tried them and which have a better taste (as in sweeter) Palomino Ridge 2004 Chardonnay - white wine Palomino Ridge 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon - red Palomino Ridge 2004 California Merlot - red Ariel 2003 Non Alcoholic White Zinfandel - rose Palomino Ridge 2004 White Zinfandel - rose Muricata Sparkling Wine - sparkling wine

How to Make a Wine Spritzer? Can you make it with Merlot or does it have to be white wine?

Wine Connoisseurs, help!!- Red wine similar to White Zinfandel?? I'm going to an Italian restaurant for dinner. I would like to try a red wine, but am very hesitant. I most often of the white wines drink White Zinfandel. Of the red wine list choices from the menu I pasted below, is there anything similar? Light to Medium-bodied: Merlot, Ecco Domani, Italy Pinot Noir, Francis Coppola Pinot Noir, Estancia Pinnacles Sangiovese-Merlot-Cabernet blend, Banfi Centine, Italy Merlot, Blackstone Chianti, Gabbiano, DOCG, Italy Medium to Full-bodied: Cabernet Sauvignon, Copperidge Cabernet Sauvignon, Mondavi Woodbridge Chianti Riserva, Ducarosso, Italy Zinfandel, Ravenswood, Vintners Blend Syrah, Trapiche Merlot, Clos du Bois Alexander Valley Reserve Chianti Classico Riserva, Banfi, Italy Full-bodied: Super Tuscan, Pian di Nova, Italy Cabernet Sauvignon, J. Lohr “Seven Oaks” Cabernet Sauvignon, Folie à Deux Claret, Francis Coppola

Does anyone have any good wine recommendations? I am not an avid wine drinker because I find most wine to be too dry or bitter. Does anyone have any good wine recommendations? I'm looking for a wine (either red or white) that is fresh, light, sweet or fruity. I don't like wines like merlot. Any suggestions? Thanks for your recommendations! I prefer bottles under $20, if possible but I'm not sure if I can get a good bottle for that price.

Red wine and White wine.....? I'm no wine connoisseur but my wedding is coming up and we've decided to provide two bottles of wine per table a chardonnay and a merlot, its my novice understanding that the chardonnay should be served chilled but I wasn't quite as sure of the merlot, I've heard that red wine should be served at room temperature and corked so that it can breathe etc. etc. if anyone can help me with this I would be ever so grateful....

How can I figure out how much beer and wine we need at our wedding? Is there a website w/ a drink calculator? What kind of beer, and types of wine would you suggest we get? I was thinking of white zin, merlot, and chard.

What temperature should wine be dranked at? at about what temp should I drink wine at? Is it different for white and red? Is it different for different kinds of wine? Like Merlot, Pinot Noir, etc? Haha, FUCK YOU DECABABE! DECA is for losers!! HAHA!

How to serve wine? I am not a big wine drinking, but some friends gave me some wine as a gift. I am having a party and I wasn't sure how to serve it. I got Sutter home white Zinfandel ( i belive u serve that chilled) and a White Merlot do i serve that chilled as well or room temp?

Red wine or White wine? which do you prefer and why? Personally i love a nice glass of Merlot but gosh it gives me headaches the next day....!!

What's a good wine to serve with baked mostaccioli? I'm cooking dinner and was wondering what type of wine to serve with baked mostaccioli? White Cabernet Sauvignon? Merlot? Zinfandel?

white wine or red wine? a nice merlot for me.

Will you have a glass of wine with me? What kind are you having? I'm having a glass of White Merlot. Cheers!

When should I throw out wine? I have a marsala, a white, and a merlot I use for cooking. When does wine become unusable for cooking?

What is your favorite wine and what do you like about it? I like: Chianti, Orvieto Clasico, Pinot Gregio, Pinot Noir, Reisling, White Merlot, and a few others. I'd like to try something new for me. Also Shiraz and a few Rose's

What is the difference between Red wines and White wines? This is calling out all Wine sippers. I need detail about the difference's between Wines such as White's, Red's, Shiraz, Merlot. I work at a wine shop but i won't last long unless my sense of wine's improve. What are decent desert wines? sweet wines? What are wines best served chilled? What foods should be consumed with the wines? i need help people.

Have you ever tasted the alcohol free wine? I don't drink alcohol anymore.. but I still love the taste.. and I recently found out that one of the local grocery stores stocks alcohol free wine. (kinda like the non-alcoholic beer) It's not QUITE as good as the real thing.. but it is yummy... The brand the have is Fre. I chose the premium red... they had merlot, white zinfandel and a whole bunch of other selections... but the red sounded great w/ my dinner... Whats your favorite? to answer the ? it is "less than 0.5% alcohol" to give a comparison.. Nyquil has 12% alcohol.. so yeah.. quite insignificant amount.. and why no cooking with alcohol? you cook out the alcohol and keep the flavor

is there a WHITE MERLOT WINE??

What is a good white wine for someone likes Shiraz and Merlots? I have tried Moscato and Reisling but they are really Hit or Miss. I want to find something I can enjoy just like a Shiraz. I can enjoy any Shiraz even if its just ok.

Wine experts what is your opinion on the best califrornia,washington and oregon wines for thanksgiving? Which wineries has the best zinfandels,pinot noirs and merlots for red wine?Which wineries has the best chardonnays,sauvignon blanc and rieslings for white wines?

Are many merlot or pinot noir wines dry? I just don't know which is good cause I always drank the sissy wines such as white merlots

Can anyone recommend a wine? Nothing expensive, please. I like White Zinfindel and Merlot. I tried a white wine the other day. I think it was called Pino Grecio. It was terrible. I want something smooth.

Tailgate party - what kind of beer.? I am having a tailgate party for my husband's company. I said I would have an assortment of beers. What kind of beer do most people drink (sorry - I am a creature of habit - so I don't know). I thought maybe one or two foreign beers as well. Is dark beer popular with the 30-50 crowd? Also, I thought I would have one red and one white wine (merlot and chardonnay) Thanks it will be husband and their wives

Wine served in a wedding? My brother is getting married end of June, we had this talk of what kind of wine he should serve. He doesn't want to spend a fortune since he has 300 guest. I suggested "2 buck chuck" aka charles shaw. He said that might be tacky. What kind of wine would you serve for under $10? What kind of red wine is good? I like cabernet savignon or pinot noir, but he think merlot is more to other people flavor. What about white wine?

White Rosie or Red wine? I'm a beginner when it comes to wine but enjoy white Zinfandel asti spranti and a good merlot What do you prefer :)

Colour is visual. But what sound would your glass of wine make right now, if it could? Yeah, you know where this comes from. The colour yellow! But what sound would your glass of chablis or merlot (white or red, lol) be making right now? Genuinely interested in (hopefully) varied responses to this one.

Red or white wine? I am sipping on some Merlot right now.

What kind of wine could this have been? I'm not a wine drinker b/c i dont like the taste of White Zinfindels, Carnodnenny's or Merlot..but once i tasted this wine that was really good...it was like yellow in color in the glass and was sweet tasting not bitter at all..i'm sure it wasnt exspensive..i just want to know they general type of wine this was..Any ideas? honestly i know nothing about wine- i just know that i liked that taste of whatever it was and in my search for that wine i tried carnenndy, merlot and zinfedel and none of those had the same taste..thanks for everyones help

Is anybody else having a glass of wine with me tonight?? What are you drinking??? I'm drinking white zin. If you like white zin, try white merlot.

Should you serve all wine chilled? Or just certain kinds like blush or white. Someone told me to serve Merlot or red wine at room temp. Someone who is educated in wine please help. Thanks

What type of wine? I'm very sorry, but im very ignorant when it comes to wines. For Valentine's day, I'm making a seafood dish including crab legs an shrimp. I know that white wine usually goes with seafood, but i'm lost beyond this point. What type of white wine should I get? I really don't like bitter tasting wine (ie. the only type of wine i've had is merlot and I hated it). Any ideas? Also, if it could be a wine that I could easily find in a grocery store that would be great! Thanks!

what is a sweet, smooth, red wine? Are there any? Ive tried Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz. But they all seem too dry for me. im looking for a sweeter, not so dry red wine, also, not very bitter. I enjoy white wines, but I want to find a red wine I enjoy as well.

Red or White wine? I just polished off a bottle of blackberry merlot.

what is your favorite wine? I usually get Chardonnay, pino grigio, white whine, and white Merlot. What else is a good wine? Also, not expensive.

What type of wine do you like and why? I like White Merlot Goes good with different foods

wine people....? I started a new job behind a bar on the weekend and have to serve wine. I am really slow because i dont know my wines. Can anybody tell me the different names for red and white wines. like chardonay... is that only white? sauvignon blank? merlot etc...... The docket comes out of the machine and it says char/lin bin 95.... thats just an example but i dont know whether to go to the fridge or the shelf........ If i knew char was just in the fridge then i could go straight there.i spend all my time looking in the fridge when its prob on the shelf. Just trying to find a way around it before i get the sak because the ppl there arent very helpful

Help with wine selection? I have been experiencing with some different wines and have really become fond of white wines however i have found for the most part they don't seem to go well with red meat and pasta. I have tryed merlot in the past and hated it my question are all red wines like that or does anyone have suggestions for a "better" red wine to go with pasta and red meat.

How long does a bottle of wine last after it has been opened? I recently bought a bottle of merlot and between my husband and I we only drank half the bottle. I just re-corked it and set it on the counter in the kitchen. We don't drink very often, just on occasion. I would like to know how long a bottle of wine will last after being opened. For your reference, I keep red wine at room temperature and whites and blushes in the fridge. Please give me answers pertaining to each type. Thanks!

What type of wine is chianti? What does taste like compared to say a merlot or white zin?

What is the calorie and sugar content of both white and red wines? Can you compare a merlot to a shiraz? and a Pinot Grigio to a Chardonney

can someone give me the individual caloric content for the following plse? 1 small boca patty, i cup spinach, 5 peanuts, 7 almonds roasted,1 date, 1 seedless watermeln whole small one, 1 medium pear, 1 medium aple, 1 medium banana, 1 grapefruit medium, 1 small orange, 10 m n m peanut chocolates, 1 small size 2 by 3 cm chocolate chip cookie made from nestle toll house cookie dough, 1 ld fashioned chocolate donut from say sunnys or yum yum donuts, 5 garlic and cheese croutons, 5 light low fat pringles made with olestra, 1 glass of red and white wine merlot and chardony? can wine ruin my diet if im within my calories?

All you wine connoisseurs.....? Anyone know of a good merlot within $60.00? Unfortunately I'm a white wine drinker so I don't know a lot about Merlot. This is a gift, so I don't know if she has a preference, but she seems to like all kinds of merlot. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Wine at the Reception? I believe I am going to pick 1 white wine and 1 red wine for my wedding reception on Saturday. Does anyone have any suggestions on what type of wines to get? I mean if you were to pick one kind of white wine and one kind of red wine, what would satisfy the most people? Chardonnay and Merlot, Pinot Grigio and a Cabernet, etc.... Thanks!

If the blood of Christ is really wine, what type do churches buy or prefer for communion services? Obviously not a blush or white wine, and dessert wines would be too sweet, I figure. A merlot? Zesty shiraz or red zinfandel? And should the blood of Christ be a certain vintage or year as well? (I'm guessing the older, the more authentic)

Is this wine still good? I was clearing out my closet and found a few bottles of wine that I probably have for a couple of years. I was wondering if they would be good to drink. this is what I have: Beringer, White Merlot 2001 (California) Black Oak, Fume Blank Vintage 2003 (California) Barossa Peter Lehmann GSM 2003 (Australia) I think the last one was around $50 when I bought it 3 years ago. They were in box in my closet all the time, which is dark and cool. If anyone knows more about wine and if those would still be good to open and drink, please let me know. Thanks

red wine suggestions? I'm not a very big wine drinker. White wine like riesling or a moscato is pretty good in my opinion. I've been told red wine is great. I have tasted sangeria which I enjoyed and I've also tasted a shiraz. I've yet to try a merlot or Cabernet that I haven't found bitter or just not to my liking. I'd luv to red red wine another shot. Does anyone have any suggestions for a person such as myself who is new to red wine and seeking a more light fruitty flavor?

How can I learn the basics of wine, quickly and efficiently? I've been a bartender for several years, but never in a high-volume wine environment. I've moved to a new location (Grand Rapids, MI) and - even though I'm an experienced bartender - I'm finding myself at a disadvantage finding a job tending bar because I know little beyond the basics (chardonnay is white, merlot is red, etc.). Can you recommend a book or website that will get me up to speed on the current, popular wines and the differences between them - and quickly? I'm looking for essential general information and food-pairing tips - necessary information for a wine-rich restaurant. I'm also looking to do this without spending a ton of $$$, so preferably popular books I can find at the library or on half.com for a reasonable price. Also, I've attended many wine tastings, but I don't have a palate advanced enough to identify individual flavors and aromas; I just know what I like. I've also read 'Wine for Dummies,' but am looking for something just a big more advanced than that.

What is trendy in wine? I have a group of people coming over who I only know somewhat. They meet up everyweek and I have been toa few of their houses and they always serve wine (one white, one red). They are pretty trendy people and some of them are very into wine and I don't know a merlot from grape juice. What kind of white and what kind of red are popular right now? I don't mean brand, I mean like merlot or chardonnay or cabernet sauvignon etc.? I have no clue what they like and since I don't like wine at all I'm just going to try to go with whatever is "in" right now and hope to make a good impression.

merlot or shiraz? or one of white wine? which one is better?